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Anthrax Singer Joey Belladonna Nails 'National Anthem' at Chicago Bulls Game

Chad Childers — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 17:00:59 +0000

There's no denying the power of Anthrax singer Joey Belladonna's voice, but how would he handle the American standard, 'The National Anthem?' Audiences found out Friday night (April 5) as Belladonna walked out to center court at the Chicago Bulls-Orlando Magic game at Chicago's United Center to open the night's pre-game festivities.

Anthrax Perform AC/DC's 'T.N.T.' Live With Metallica Guitarist Kirk Hammett

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 19:17:22 +0000

Legendary thrashers Anthrax have been busting out some mind-blowing surprises lately. On Wednesday night (March 27), Anthrax brought both legendary guitarist Slash and iconic Public Enemy rapper Chuck D onstage on Los Angeles. Now comes news that last night in San Francisco, Anthrax were joined by Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett for an explosive live performance of AC/DC's 'T.N.T.'

Anthrax Rock AC/DC's 'T.N.T.' With Special Guest Slash in Los Angeles

Chad Childers — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 02:05:27 +0000

Who doesn't love a good fist-pumping metal anthem? Anthrax have been enjoying rocking out to AC/DC's 'T.N.T.' while on tour, promoting their recently released version from the new 'Anthems' covers EP. But Wednesday (March 27) in Los Angeles, the veteran metallers offered a warm welcome to special guest Slash for their performance.

Anthrax Honored in Yankees Stadium With Showcase of Jerseys

Chad Childers — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 13:00:14 +0000

As native New Yorkers, Anthrax were thrilled getting to play Yankees Stadium a couple of years ago for 'The Big 4.' But the honor didn't just stop there, as the band recently learned that the specialized Yankees jerseys made for the occasion are currently hanging in the historic baseball stadium for all to see.

Rob Caggiano on Leaving Anthrax + Joining Volbeat: 'I'm Just Following My Heart'

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 21:34:38 +0000

Guitarist Rob Caggiano's exit from Anthrax has been a confusing one. At first, Caggiano chalked up his departure as wanting to focus primarily as an in-studio producer, specifically with Volbeat, but exactly one month after leaving Anthrax, Caggiano joined Volbeat as a full-time guitarist. The reactions of Anthrax band members have been mixed, but now Caggiano has gone further in-depth as to why he chose to leave the thrash legends.

Iron Maiden and Anthrax to Perform Historic Gig Outside 'World's Heaviest Building'

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 14:50:10 +0000

Iron Maiden have been confirmed to bring their brand of British metal to the 'world's heaviest building.' Legitimately named the world's largest civilian building, most expensive administrative building and world's heaviest building by the World Records Academy, the Romanian Palace of the Parliament lies adjacent to Constitution Square, which will host a historic outdoor metal concert featuring not only Iron Maiden, but New York thrash legends Anthrax, as well.

Anthrax Unleash Cover of Boston's 'Smokin" Off Upcoming 'Anthems' EP

Chad Childers — Sat, 16 Mar 2013 16:00:03 +0000

Little by little, Anthrax are sharing all of their 'Anthems' EP covers, with our friends at Ultimate Classic Rock now premiering the band's take on the Boston classic, 'Smokin'.'

Pope Francis I Elected: Rockers React

Chad Childers — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 12:00:10 +0000

After weeks of continuous media scrutiny, there is now a new pope as Buenos Aires Cardinal Jorge Bergogolio has taken the title, going under the moniker Pope Francis I. The news was revealed Wednesday as white smoke emerged from the Vatican, signifying that a new pope had been chosen. Not long after, Pope Francis I [...]

Anthrax Perform AC/DC's 'T.N.T.' for Bon Scott's Hometown Crowd

Chad Childers — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 00:26:20 +0000

Anthrax are currently making the rounds down under and one of their recent stops on Australia's Soundwave Festival came in Perth, which also just happens to be the hometown of late AC/DC frontman Bon Scott.

Anthrax Guitarist Scott Ian Featured in Fangoria's 'Blood and Guts' Season Two Trailer

Chad Childers — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 22:00:55 +0000

Anthrax guitarist Scott Ian is a horror film fanatic and his love of the genre along with his celebrity status has resulted in several cool opportunities in recent years. In addition to appearing as a zombie in AMC's 'The Walking Dead,' Ian has taken things a step further by hosting the Fangoria series, 'Blood and Guts.'

Anthrax's Frank Bello Says Band 'Still Loves' Former Guitarist Rob Caggiano

Chad Childers — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 18:37:13 +0000

Anthrax are moving forward after the exit of guitarist Rob Caggiano earlier this year, but bassist Frank Bello says there's still quite a bit of love in the band for their former axeman.

Anthrax Drummer Charlie Benante Sitting Out Australian Tour Dates Due to 'Personal Issues'

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 20:49:16 +0000

Anthrax drummer Charlie Benante has bowed out of the band's upcoming Australia tour dates due to "personal issues." The news broke on Feb. 18 via Scott Ian's Twitter account, with the guitarist explaining that Benante "can't leave the country" right now and will be replaced by Jon Dette.

Danzig Announce Dates for 25th Anniversary North American Tour

Chad Childers — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 17:22:32 +0000

2013 is a year that Danzig will always remember as the band is celebrating its 25th anniversary. Frontman Glenn Danzig and his cohorts have announced their first tour of the year and they plan on making it a real hard rocking celebration.

Anthrax's Cover of Rush's 'Anthem' Hits YouTube, Guitarist Scott Ian Previews Spoken Word Tour

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 04:16:05 +0000

Anthrax‘s long-awaited, much-anticipated 2013 covers EP, ‘Anthems,’ will see a March 19 release date, and to keep the buzz going, a “Viral Video Version” of the band’s take on the Rush classic ‘Anthem’ has made its way onto YouTube. Posted on the Nuclear Blast Europe YouTube page, fans of Anthrax and Rush can check the song [...]

Anthrax Drummer Charlie Benante Calls Guitarist Rob Caggiano's Exit 'Sketchy'

Chad Childers — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 03:00:22 +0000

Anthrax are moving forward without guitarist Rob Caggiano, and while they appear to be okay personally with their former axeman, there are a few lingering doubts about the musician's motives for leaving.

Volbeat Welcome Former Anthrax Guitarist Rob Caggiano Into Band, Reveal Details For New Album

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 15:44:52 +0000

Danish rockers Volbeat have a ton of captivating news to offer fans. Along with unveiling the title, release date an cover artwork of their upcoming fifth studio album, 'Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies,' Volbeat have also announced that former Anthrax guitarist Rob Caggiano has joined the group as a full-time member.

Guitarist Rob Caggiano on Anthrax Exit: 'My Heart Simply Wasn't in It Anymore'

Chad Childers — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 03:45:05 +0000

Former Anthrax guitarist Rob Caggiano is facing a major career change and seems enthused about the future. Caggiano tells Pro Sound News that ultimately his desire to have more creative involvement in the music he was generating led to his exit.

Anthrax's Scott Ian Envisions Late 2013 Start for Next Studio Album

Chad Childers — Sun, 27 Jan 2013 20:38:05 +0000

Anthrax are still going strong on their 'Worship Music' album and will soon offer a new collection called 'Anthems' that's full of cover songs, but the thoughts of a new album have begun to enter the minds of the band's members as well. Guitarist Scott Ian told Australia's Loud magazine that while they haven't officially started on anything yet, he does have an idea as to when they'll begin.

Anthrax's Scott Ian Offers New Details on Guitarist Rob Caggiano's Departure

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 20:12:47 +0000

The departure of Anthrax lead guitarist Rob Caggiano came as a shock to the metal world, as the thrash legends had just begun to truly celebrate their comeback with classic vocalist Joey Belladonna. Having torn through the 2012 Mayhem Festival, headlined an unforgettable tour with Testament + Death Angel, earned a 2013 Grammy nomination and just finished tracking their 'Anthems' covers EP, Caggiano suddenly left the band, and guitarist Scott Ian has just offered some insight into Caggiano's exit.

Anthrax Unleash Thrash Cover of Rush's 'Anthem'

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Sat, 19 Jan 2013 00:01:07 +0000

Anthrax have just unleashed the first track from their upcoming EP, 'Anthems.' The thrash legends have compiled six cover songs along with two versions of the band's 'Worship Music' track 'Crawl,' but this cover of Rush's 'Anthem' is perfectly fitting as the first to be released by the group, as it is the EP's namesake.